Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : Directions: A series is given with one term missing. Select the correct alternative from the given ones that will complete the series. FOC, IMF, LKI, OIL, ?
Option 1: SHO
Option 2: RGO
Option 3: SGO
Option 4: RHO
Correct Answer: RGO
Solution : Given: FOC, IMF, LKI, OIL, ?
In the above-given series, add 3 to the place value of the first and third letters and subtract 2 from the place value of the second letter of the previous term to get the next term. FOC→F + 3
Question : Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. Disturbing emotions begin to build into fear, and then ______.
Option 1: boldness
Option 2: terror
Option 3: server
Option 4: assurance
Correct Answer: terror
Solution : The correct option will be the second option.
The sentence suggests a progression from disturbing emotions building into fear, and then there is a natural continuation with the word "terror" to intensify the emotional state.
Terror denotes an extreme and intense form of fear.
Therefore,
Question : After the Revolt of 1857 was put down by Britishers, which Mughal ruler was forced to leave the country?
Option 1: Bahadur Shah Zafar
Option 2: Farrukhsiyar
Option 3: Ahmad Shah Bahadur
Option 4: Muhammad Shah
Correct Answer: Bahadur Shah Zafar
Solution : The correct option is Bahadur Shah Zafar.
Bahadur Shah Zafar was the 20th and last Mughal Emperor of India. He was also a famous Urdu poet. He was well known for his contribution to the Revolt of 1857. He was sent to
Question : Select the most appropriate synonym to substitute the bracketed word in the given sentence.
It broke Eleanora's heart to see her daughter become that (wraith) of her former self.
Option 1: Spirit
Option 2: Wail
Option 3: Being
Option 4: Yore
Correct Answer: Spirit
Solution : The correct answer will be the first option.
Wraith refers to a ghostly or insubstantial form, and spirit is a suitable synonym in this context. Both words convey the idea of a diminished or fading presence, aligning with the sense of the daughter becoming a
Question : Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
I like eating chocolates, ______ I hate dark ones.
Option 1: for
Option 2: but
Option 3: because
Option 4: while
Correct Answer: but
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
But is a coordinating conjunction that helps introduce an exception to the preceding clause. This helps convey the intended meaning that the speaker likes eating chocolates, except the dark ones.
Therefore, the correct sentence is: "I like
Question : X alone can complete a piece of work in 16 days, while Y alone can complete the same work in 24 days. They work on alternate days starting with Y. In how many days will 50% of the total work be completed?
Option 1: $\frac{24}{3}$ days
Option 2: $\frac{29}{3}$ days
Option 3: $\frac{32}{3}$ days
Option 4: 9 days
Correct Answer: $\frac{29}{3}$ days
Solution : Time taken by X to complete the work = 16 days Part of work done by X in a day = $\frac{1}{16}$ Time taken by X to complete the work = 24 days Part of work done by X in a day = $\frac{1}{24}$
Question : Kalamandalam Kalyanikutty Amma is known for which classical dance form?
Option 1: Manipuri
Option 2: Kuchipudi
Option 3: Odissi
Option 4: Mohiniyattam
Correct Answer: Mohiniyattam
Solution : The correct answer is Mohiniyattam.
The southern Indian state of Kerala produced the legendary Mohiniyattam dancer, Kalamandalam Kalyanikutty Amma. A classical Indian dance called Mohiniyattam can be defined as such since its repertory can be traced back to the Natya Shastra.
Question : Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. If there is no error, select 'No error'.
She's considered one / of a best young / directors in Hollywood.
Option 1: of a best young
Option 2: No error
Option 3: She's considered one
Option 4: directors in Hollywood.
Correct Answer: of a best young
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
Explanation:
The correct phrasing should be one of the best young directors, not one of a best young directors. When expressing a superlative form, it is incorrect to use both a and best
Question : Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the given word. Malign
Option 1: Praise
Option 2: Align
Option 3: Cheerful
Option 4: Harangue
Correct Answer: Praise
Solution : The first option is correct.
Malign means to speak harmful untruths about someone or something, often with the intent to damage their reputation. On the other hand, praise refers to expressing approval, admiration, or compliments for someone or something, highlighting positive qualities or achievements.
The
Question : Directions: Rohan, Rajiv, Ritu, Rishav, and Ritika are sitting in a circle facing away from the centre. Rohan and Rajiv are not sitting together. Rishav and Ritika are sitting immediately next to each other, and Rajiv is sitting to the immediate left of Rishav. Who is sitting to the immediate left of Ritu?
Option 1: Rohan
Option 2: Rishav
Option 3: Rajiv
Option 4: Ritika
Correct Answer: Rohan
Solution : Given: (I) Rohan and Rajiv are not sitting together. (II) Rishav and Ritika are sitting immediately next to each other, and Rajiv is sitting to the immediate left of Rishav.
Therefore, Rohan is sitting to the immediate left of Ritu. Hence, the first option is
The Question containing Inaapropriate or Abusive Words
Question lacks the basic details making it difficult to answer
Topic Tagged to the Question are not relevant to Question
Question drives traffic to external sites for promotional or commercial purposes
The Question is not relevant to User
And never miss an important update
